Senior Frontend Engineer - User Experience Focus

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Home office stipend

Professional development

Global project exposure

Work-life balance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Senior Frontend Engineer to lead UI development for digital products. This fully remote role requires translating complex needs into engaging web applications and shaping front-end architecture.

You will collaborate with UX/UI designers and backend engineers to deliver pixel-perfect interfaces, optimize performance, and mentor junior developers.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional frontend development.
• Deep expertise in HTML5, CSS3, and modern JavaScript (ES6+).
• Experience with at least one major frontend framework (React, Vue.js, or Angular).
• Strong understanding of responsive design, cross-browser compatibility, and performance optimization.
• Experience with state management libraries (Redux, Vuex) and build tools (Webpack).
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work remotely.

Responsibilities

• Develop high-quality, responsive, and performant user interfaces using modern JavaScript frameworks.
• Collaborate with UX/UI designers to implement pixel-perfect designs and optimize UX.
• Write clean, reusable, and maintainable code following best practices.
• Optimize frontend performance and accessibility across devices and browsers.
• Conduct code reviews, provide feedback, and mentor junior frontend developers.
• Work with backend teams to integrate frontend components with APIs.

Skills

JavaScript (ES6+)

HTML

CSS3

UI/UX collaboration

Code quality

Mentoring

Remote collaboration

Performance optimization

Tools

Webpack

Redux

Vuex

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Frontend Engineer to lead the development of intuitive and engaging user interfaces for their digital products. This role is crucial for translating complex user needs and business requirements into seamless and visually appealing web applications. Working in a fully remote capacity, you will collaborate closely with UX/UI designers, product managers, and backend engineers to create exceptional user experiences. This position is ideal for a seasoned frontend specialist passionate about modern web technologies, code quality, and the impact of well-crafted user interfaces on overall product success. You will be instrumental in shaping the front-end architecture and best practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop high-quality, responsive, and performant user interfaces using modern JavaScript frameworks (e.g., React, Vue.js, Angular).
• Collaborate closely with UX/UI designers to implement pixel-perfect designs and ensure an optimal user experience.
• Write clean, reusable, and maintainable code, adhering to best practices and coding standards.
• Optimize frontend applications for maximum speed, scalability, and accessibility across various devices and browsers.
• Conduct thorough code reviews, provide constructive feedback, and mentor junior frontend developers.
• Work with backend teams to integrate frontend components with server-side logic and APIs.

Requirements

• 5+ years of professional experience in frontend development.
• Deep expertise in HTML5, CSS3, and modern JavaScript (ES6+).
• Proven experience with at least one major frontend framework (React, Vue.js, or Angular).
• Strong understanding of responsive design principles, cross-browser compatibility, and web performance optimization techniques.
• Experience with state management libraries (e.g., Redux, Vuex) and build tools (e.g., Webpack).
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to thrive in a remote, collaborative environment.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering unparalleled flexibility.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous allowance for home office setup and professional development.
• Opportunities to work on innovative projects with a global reach.
• A culture that prioritizes work-life balance, autonomy, and continuous improvement.